Ep 19. Truth and Consequences

Becker season 1 episode 19, "Truth and Consequences," begins with Dr. John Becker (played by Ted Danson) dealing with a frustrating situation. One of his patients has been lying to him about his health, and when the truth finally comes out, Becker is left feeling betrayed and angry. Meanwhile, Linda (played by Shawnee Smith) is excited about a job opportunity she's been offered, but her confidence is shaken when she realizes she may not be qualified for the position.

As Becker struggles to deal with his patient's deception, he begins to reflect on the importance of honesty in his own life. He confronts his own tendency to keep his feelings bottled up, and decides to be more honest with himself and those around him. This newfound openness leads to some unexpected and touching moments between Becker and his friends and colleagues.

Meanwhile, Linda enlists the help of her coworkers Reggie (played by Terry Farrell) and Jake (played by Alex Désert) to help her prepare for her job interview. Despite their efforts, Linda struggles with self-doubt and fears that she will fail to impress her potential employers. However, with some encouragement from her friends and a newfound sense of confidence, Linda faces her fears and gives the interview her all.

Throughout the episode, the theme of honesty and authenticity is explored in various ways. Becker's patient struggles with telling the truth about his health, Linda grapples with whether or not she is being honest with herself about her qualifications for the job, and Becker himself learns to be more honest with himself and his loved ones. Ultimately, the characters come to realize that living an authentic life, even if it means facing difficult truths, is the only way to find true happiness and fulfillment.

"Truth and Consequences" is a poignant and insightful episode that delves into the complexities of honesty and authenticity. Through the struggles of its characters, the show offers a powerful message about the importance of being true to oneself in order to find true happiness and success. Fans of Becker and anyone who appreciates thoughtful, character-driven storytelling are sure to find this episode both engaging and moving.